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This is young but wonderful. It should improve a bit over the next couple of years. Ruby in color, clear and bright. Great nose of black cherries, cloves, black olives and black pepper. Lovely juicy full (glycerin) texture. On the palate, black cherries and in a really good way, light cherry cough syrup. Some vanilla. Long finish. This has plenty of depth but its hard to find layers at this young stage. Still, it is delicious and would work with hearty foods. Better yet, wait 3 to 5 years and drink over the next ten or so.

Grade:

A+

Score:

98

Vintage:

2015

Current Price:

$125.00USD

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